Program Information

School: The University of British Columbia – Okanagan
Faculty: Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies / Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences
Degree: Bachelor
Field of Study: Mechanical Engineering
Description: Media Studies combines artistic, technical, and analytical skills to help you understand new media and the impact of technological innovation on our interactions and in our society. You can apply to the four-year program directly from high school. Thirty students are accepted into the program each year. Admission is based on academic average and a portfolio submission. The program equips students to become creative, articulate, culturally informed, critically reflective, and socially engaged citizens. Media studies combines coursework from several areas, including computer science, creative writing, digital humanities, history, media studies, and visual arts.
URL: Media Studies at The University of British Columbia – Okanagan
Length: 4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $36,588
Scholarships: 1
Careers: Mechanical Engineers

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* 67
Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions  or  Grade12 Precalculus 

Graduation from high school with a minimum average of 67% (or higher for many programs).
Additional Admission Requirements:

  • Portfolio

Submission of a portfolio is required.